Linear's Encore Digital Audio Distribution System with award-winning DIGI-5 technology!
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Today's diverse, sophisticated consumers demand more from their home audio systems. Linear delivers a new level of performance with its Encore Digital Audio Distribution System.

Designed for quality, functionality and affordability, Encore provides:

  • 24-bit digital technology for consistent, high-quality sound (better than 16-bit CD quality), with no degradation common to analog audio systems
  • Standard 4-audio source, 4-zone/room system, expandable to 32 zones, each with its own integrated amplification - providing exceptional sound quality for each room, eliminating hot spots and maximizing listening flexibility
  • Integrates powerful digital amplifiers in each Keypad – up to 100 watts RMS
  • In-zone customization gives listeners the ability to select sources, adjust volume, balance, bass, treble and more
  • Simple, user-friendly keypads are available in multiple colors and incorporate a clean, modern design that blends in well with any home or office decor

ENC-DRS

ENC-DRS: Keypad

  • Provides local control of all system functions:
    – Source selection & volume level
    – Tone Control (bass/treble adjustment)
    – Balance, loudness, & dynamic compression
    – Mute, do-not-disturb, & whole house music mode
  • Integrated Class D Digital Amplifier
  • Backlit buttons with auto-fade
  • Cat-5 wiring connections to the Audio Distribution Hub and a Local Input Wall Plate
  • Mounts in a single-gang J-box
  • 1.8" W x 4.1" H x 2.6" D
ENC-HUB

ENC-HUB: Audio Distribution System Hub

  • Connects with up to four Source Input Wall Plates and four Encore Keypads for a 4-Source, 4-Zone Digital Audio Distribution System
  • Can also be used as a 4-Zone Expansion Hub for an existing Encore System, providing connections for up to four additional keypads
  • Zone pairing switches for synchronizing multiple keypads in larger or connected rooms
  • Separate power boost output terminals for maximum performance over long CAT-5 keypad run distances
  • Robust, high quality punch down connectors
  • 6.3" W x 6.8" H x 1.9" D
ENC-DRSFA4

ENC-DRSFA4: Faceplates (4-pack) (Almond)

  • Four almond faceplates with matching screws
  • Four almond keypad bezels
  • Changes keypad color or replaces damaged or worn faceplate or bezel
  • Fits ENC-DRS Keypads and ENC-SIWP or ENC-LIWP Input Wall Plates
  • Also available in black (ENC-DRSFB4) and white (ENC-DRSFW4)
  • 2.8" W x 4.5" H x .25" D
ENC-DRSFA-SL-4

ENC-DRSFA-SL-4: Keypad Faceplates (4-pack) (Almond)

  • Four almond screwless faceplates
  • Four almond keypad bezels
  • Changes keypad color or replaces damaged or worn faceplate or bezel
  • Fits ENC-DRS Keypads
  • Also available in black (ENC-DRSFB-SL-4)
  • 2.9" W x 4.7" H x .3" D
ENC-LIWP

ENC-LIWP: Local Input Wall Plate

  • Provides connectivity to an amplified keypad for an audio input that can be used as a fifth source within a discreet zone of an Encore multi-room audio system
  • One local source input wall plate can be used per amplified keypad
  • Automatic override feature for active analog local source
  • Analog source material connected through RCA jacks is converted to 24 bit/48 kHz digital format
  • Optical and coaxial digital connections are also provided for direct digital input
  • IR emitter output jack allows ability to control sources
  • Input gain adjustment and clipping indicator
  • 1.25" W x 4.125" H x 2.875" D
ENC-SIWP

ENC-SIWP: Source Input Wall Plate

  • Provides connectivity to the Audio Distribution Hub for an input source that can be shared between multiple zones of an Encore audio distribution system
  • Up to four source input wall plates can be used per system
  • Analog source material connected through RCA jacks is converted to 24 bit/48 kHz SPDIF digital format
  • Optical and coaxial digital connections are also provided for direct digital input
  • IR emitter output jack provides ability to control source components remotely
  • Input gain adjustment and clipping indicator
  • 1.25" W x 4.125" H x 2.875" D
ENC-LRM

ENC-LRM: Advanced Learning Remote Control

  • Hand-held learning remote control
  • Programmable 4-source capable
  • Pre-programmed with Encore controls
  • Compatible with major components
  • Dedicated Encore volume, source, bass, treble, and balance controls
  • Three IR macro function buttons
  • Built-in IR code library
  • Includes two AA batteries
  • 2.5" W x 8.625" H x 1.25" D
ENC-REM

ENC-REM: Micro Remote

  • Credit card size remote control
  • Source selection functions
  • Volume control functions
  • Mute and Power functions
  • Magnetic strip provides the ability to stick remote to metallic surfaces
  • Includes 2025 battery
  • 1.25" W x 3.375" H x 0.25" D
ENC-PS

ENC-PS: Power Supply

  • Power supply for ENC-HUB System Hub
  • 120 VAC input, 26 VDC @ 1.2 Amp output
  • Output cable has connector for hub
  • Green power indicator
  • Mounts in structured wiring enclosure or on H275 Universal Bracket
  • 6.3" W x 8.5" H x 2.1" D
2171-4

2171-4: Single-head IR Emitter (4-pack)

  • Single-head IR emitter, 4-pack
  • Compatible with 5-volt and 12-volt IR systems
  • Ten foot cord with mini plug
  • Adhesive tape on back of emitter
  • Use with video hubs, in-wall interfaces, and 5500 series modulators
  • 0.3" W x 0.25" H x 0.6" D